May 1, 2024
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Biorefinery is the conversion of biomass into various bio-based products, including biofuels, biomaterials, and biochemicals, using biological and chemical processes. The term "biomass" refers to organic matter from living or recently living organisms, such as plants, animals, and microorganisms. Biorefineries offer a sustainable alternative to fossil-fuel-based production systems by utilizing renewable resources and reducing environmental impact.
Why Learn About Biorefinery?
There are several reasons why individuals may consider learning about biorefinery:
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Reading list
We've selected six books
that we think will supplement your
learning. Use these to
develop background knowledge, enrich your coursework, and gain a
deeper understanding of the topics covered in
Biorefinery.
Provides a comprehensive overview of biorefineries, covering the technological aspects, feedstocks, products, and commercialization.
A comprehensive guide to biorefinery processes, including feedstock selection, pretreatment methods, conversion technologies, and product purification techniques, with a special emphasis on biofuel production.
Explores the fundamentals of biomass conversion and value addition in the context of biorefinery processes. It discusses different biomass types, pretreatment techniques, and technologies for biofuel, biomaterial, and bioenergy production.
A comprehensive overview of the production of biofuels from biomass, including feedstock selection, pretreatment methods, conversion technologies, and product characterization.
A French-language overview of biofuels, covering the production, properties, and applications of various biofuels, including bioethanol, biodiesel, and biohydrogen.
A collection of essays on the challenges and opportunities of biorefineries, written by experts from a variety of disciplines.
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